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Eight Reasons to Visit Ventura in the Fall
Oct 19, 2021 / Visit Ventura
What is fall like in Ventura? Think crisp, penny-bright blue days, star-bright nights, and crimson and gold sunsets that will drop you to your knees. Honestly, there are countless reasons to celebrate Ventura’s fall. But since you likely don’t have time for countless, here are seven. In fall, Ventura is... MORE
Be Inspired by Women — and Art
Oct 15, 2021 / Visit Ventura
Featured photo: Museum of Ventura County Women can be as remarkable as they are inspiring. This is a waste of written breath. But Ghada Amer’s art installation “Women’s Quality” — now appearing at six locations in downtown Ventura — is a visual reminder of the very special people who surround us — and the often quiet traits that make this world better — every day. The artworks by New York-based artist Amer were installed by the Museum of Ventura County (on loan from Amer and Desert X). Steel planters sculpted in the shape of large letters, they spell out seven... MORE
Five Fun Things To Do In Ventura This Weekend
Oct 15, 2021 / Visit Ventura
Why just five fun things in Ventura, a town that swims in fun? It’s called a teaser. And really, it’s more fun to keep coming back for more. And we’ll offer you more. Later. On a serious note, when you opt to do any — or all — of these... MORE
“Ventura Highway.” Feel the Heartbeat of Adventure
Oct 13, 2021 / Visit Ventura
America immortalized “Ventura Highway.” Ventura makes the magic real. “It was always titled ‘Ventura Highway’,” Dewey Bunnell once said. “That was one thing that I yanked out of nowhere. Ventura. I like that word. It evokes a great adventure.” Bunnell wrote “Ventura Highway” — and fellow America bandmates Dan Peek and Gerry Beckley raised it to lovely heights — and the rest is, well, musical history. And, if you are lucky enough to know Ventura, every time “Ventura Highway” plays a smile rises on your face and the breezes of happy memory blow free, along with the realization that Dewey,... MORE
6 Reasons to Celebrate National Seafood Month
Oct 12, 2021 / Visit Ventura
Featured photo by Ventura Harbor Village The sun is shining, the sea is glistening, and spiny lobster season is finally here – HAPPY SEAFOOD MONTH! Let your taste buds determine your next overnight vacay with delicious seafood options at Ventura Harbor and scenic Ventura Harbor Village. Just steps from harborside... MORE
Five Fun Things To Do In Ventura This Weekend (and sooner)
Oct 07, 2021 / Visit Ventura
Why just five fun things in Ventura, a town that swims in fun? It’s called a teaser. And really, it’s more fun to keep coming back for more. And we’ll offer you more. Later. On a serious note, when you opt to do any — or all — of these things, you are, in one... MORE
Fall is in the Air and the Ventura Visitor Center Has What You Need
Sep 30, 2021 / Visit Ventura
Falling leaves, falling light, falling temperatures — all to just the right Ventura cool. Fall is a special season in Ventura. Quieter. Slower. Cozier. Time for warm gear, warm colors, warm conversation. A perfect time for a trip to the Channel Islands, a walk on the beach, or a sunset that makes you fall in... MORE
Six Reasons to Give Yourself a Midweek Ventura Vacation
Sep 28, 2021 / Visit Ventura
Sure, hotel rates are more affordable. Yep, restaurants are emptier. Of course, parking is wide open. Midweek flights are cheaper. Roads are emptier. Blah, blah, blah. Here are six reasons why a midweek Ventura vacation really matters… People Have Time to Shoot the Breeze Ventura is never really a busy... MORE
